“Ehi Braimah Emerges as Rotary District 9112 Governor Nominee, Charts Vision for 2028–2029 Humanitarian Leadership in Lagos and Ogun.”
LAGOS, Nigeria Nigerian publisher and media strategist Ehi Braimah has been formally named Governor Nominee of Rotary International District 9112, positioning him to steer one of Southwest Nigeria’s most influential humanitarian networks during the 2028–2029 Rotary year.
District 9112, which covers Rotary clubs across Lagos and Ogun states, plays a central role in advancing grassroots development initiatives aligned with the global priorities of Rotary International. As Governor Nominee, Braimah is expected to undergo Rotary’s structured leadership succession process before assuming office, in accordance with international governance protocols.
Strategic Leadership Anchored in Service
Braimah’s emergence follows a consultative and competitive internal selection process within the district, reflecting Rotary’s emphasis on merit, continuity, and institutional stewardship. A respected voice in Nigeria’s media and public relations sector, he brings decades of experience in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and civic advocacy.
Upon assuming office for the 2028–2029 Rotary year, Braimah will oversee coordination of district wide humanitarian projects, strengthen club administration and membership growth, and expand youth development platforms including Rotaract and Interact. He is also expected to champion Rotary’s core intervention areas disease prevention and treatment, maternal and child health, basic education and literacy, environmental sustainability, peace building, and economic empowerment.
Rotary’s leadership model requires Governors Nominee to participate in multi-tier training at district and international levels, ensuring policy alignment and operational continuity. This transition framework is designed to reinforce accountability and long term strategic impact across Rotary’s global network.
Advancing Development Impact in Southwest Nigeria
Over the years, District 9112 has executed large scale service initiatives ranging from immunization advocacy particularly in support of polio eradication to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions in underserved communities. The district has also been active in youth mentorship, entrepreneurship support, and community health outreach.
Globally, Rotary International operates in more than 200 countries and geographical areas, with over 1.4 million members. Its flagship polio eradication campaign, delivered in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, remains one of the most sustained public health collaborations in modern history.
Stakeholders within Nigeria’s nonprofit and civic sectors note that district level leadership plays a pivotal role in translating Rotary’s global objectives into measurable local outcomes particularly in regions confronting youth unemployment, public health gaps, and socio-economic inequality.
Governance Timeline and Outlook
The Rotary year runs annually from July 1 to June 30. Ahead of formally taking office, Braimah will participate in district planning meetings, international assemblies, and leadership seminars designed to refine program priorities and strengthen institutional coordination.
His forthcoming tenure is widely expected to align District 9112’s programming with broader Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reinforcing Rotary’s enduring ethos of “Service Above Self” while deepening community centered impact across Lagos and Ogun states.







